Diversion courts serve not only as an alternative to incarceration but also serve a therapeutic court where an individual can receive treatment for mental health, addiction and other life-altering problems.

The various programs requires regular court appearances for updates in the particular diversion part, meeting with treatment staff and case managers, and treatment as directed by the program.

Diversion programs are voluntary. The participant must meet certain criteria to be accepted.

The Legal Aid Society will advocate for a client’s eligibility and participation in an diversion part with our client’s consent. Our attorneys, with the support of our Social Work staff, will work the client and assist in the coordination fo services and treatment.